Postcode Analysis Somerset West and Taunton, South West

LIVINGSTONE WAY, TA2 6BD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIVINGSTONE WAY, TA2 6BD.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

316

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 50,600 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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6/10
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7/10
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5/10
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10/10
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5/10
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6/10
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9/10
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7/10
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9/10
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Area Character

TA2 6BD is a mixed residential postcode — average age 41, 79% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

TA2 6BD is a safe, established residential area on Livingstone Way, 0.5km from Rough Moor in Taunton. Administratively it sits within Rowbarton & Staplegrove ward and the Taunton Deane constituency.

For families considering a move, TA2 6BD represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 79% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for TA2 6BD are sourced from Output Area E00149158 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for TA2 6BD. The average age is 40.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.3%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed3.5%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

TA2 6BD has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences16
Public order7
Shoplifting5
Anti-social behaviour3
Criminal damage and arson2

school Local Schools

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Staplegrove Church School

Good204 pupils0.2 km
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Bishops Hull Primary School

Good226 pupils1.1 km
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The Castle School

Outstanding1199 pupils1.2 km
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Norton Fitzwarren Church School

Good293 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Morrisons Daily0.1 km
  • Welcome Staplegrove0.5 km
  • BP Cross Keys SF Connect0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Yallands Farmhouse Bed and Breakfast0.2 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Brook0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Mega Sea Fish & Chips0.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Taunton1.9 km
  • Bridgwater15.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Hudson Way0.1 km
  • Hudson Way0.1 km
  • Bindon Road0.2 km
  • Bindon Road0.2 km
  • Staplegrove Primary School0.3 km